Franchise Times is a publication in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 888 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Paris Baguette awarded 32 franchise agreements and opened 15 locations in the third quarter of 2026, with 119 agreements awarded and 53 new locations opened year to date [[2026-11-02 Paris Baguette Saw Growth Momentum Continue in Third Quarter (ebc782)]]. * Chicken Salad Chick has surpassed 350 restaurants across 27 states, awarding over 100 franchise units this year and opening its first restaurants in five new states [[2026-11-02 Chicken Salad Chick Surpasses 350 Restaurants (6ec302)]]. * The Mexican category in the franchise industry saw a 5.3% increase in total sales to $23.4 billion in 2025, with Taco Bell, Bubbakoo's, and Qdoba experiencing sales growth [[2026-10-30 Bubbakoo’s, Qdoba, Taco Bell Churn Out Sales Increases as Mexican Category Hits (a53c30)]]. * Home improvement brands saw $11.6 billion in sales in 2025, with Ace Handyman Services growing 13% to $118 million and Weed Man experiencing a 25.8% increase in units [[2026-10-30 Top 400 Spotlight Demand for Housing Upgrades Boosts Home Improvement Brands (f84d63)]]. * Potbelly and Cheba Hut reported strong sales growth in 2025, with $601 million and $182 million in system sales, respectively [[2026-10-30 Fresh Off Major Investments, Potbelly and Cheba Hut Thrived in 2025 (116902)]]. * Aurify Kingstar, a multi-brand franchisee, has signed a deal to open 40 Tropical Smoothie locations across New York and Connecticut over the next five years [[2026-10-30 Multi-Brand Franchisee Aurify Kingstar Adds Tropical Smoothie as Franchisor Push (585057)]]. * Burger King's sales rose 7.6% in Q3, driven by remodels and menu improvements, contributing to Restaurant Brands International's (RBI) Q3 growth [[2026-10-30 Remodels, Menu Improvements Boost Burger King Sales as Chain Drives RBI’s Q3 Gro (586fdf)]]. * Franchise Times ranks the 25 largest fitness franchisees with 2,761 units, a 30% increase from last year [[2026-10-29 Franchise Times Ranks the Largest Fitness Franchisees (c17a72)]]
Goldfish Swim School launched the 'Fintastic Friendship Contest' to promote childhood friendships and safe socialization benefits of swim lessons.
FASTSIGNS was recognized as a 2021 Top 100 Global Franchise by Franchise Direct for its proven franchise model.
HHO Carbon Clean Systems is an eco-friendly brand that offers carbon cleaning services for engines, using a safe and environmentally-friendly process.
The Joint Corp. was named on prestigious business and franchise lists, including Entrepreneur’s 2021 Franchise 500 ranking, with The Joint moving up 20 spots compared to last year to #58.
Eggs Up Grill was recognized by Franchise Times as one of 2020’s Top 200+ franchise brands, ranking at No. 462 out of 500 franchises.
James Webb has signed a multi-unit deal to bring 19 new BeBalanced locations to Texas.
SYNERGY HomeCare sold 38 territories in 2020, a 35% increase over 2019, and saw a 30% increase in online consumer inquiries.
RNR Tire Express earned spots on industry rankings, including Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 and Inc. 5000, after record performance.
Goldfish Swim School expands with 19 signed agreements in 2020
Urban Air ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500, ranked #55 overall and #1 in the entertainment franchise category.
PrideStaff ranked a top franchise by Entrepreneur for ninth year.
9Round Fitness launched 9RoundNOW app, debuted new kickboxing equipment, and added franchising veterans to its leadership team in 2020.
The Amazing Lash Studio franchise ranks No. 14 on the 2021 Franchise Times Fast & Serious list, with nearly 80% sales growth over three years.
Famous Toastery has expanded to 26 locations and has been ranked on Inc. 5000's list of the fastest-growing companies and Franchise Times' Top 200+ franchise opportunities.
Dogtopia ranks 12th on the Franchise Times Annual Fast & Serious list, with 116% sales growth and 89% unit growth from 2017 to 2019.
Restoration 1 and bluefrog Plumbing + Drain expand to 43 states and 8 states respectively.
Realty ONE Group has shattered records in 2020, named Real Estate's Only 'Fast & Serious' Franchisor, and added more than 2,600 real estate professionals to its global team.
Buffalo Wings & Rings, a sports bar concept, aims to triple in size in its home state of Ohio, with 14 locations already operating in the state.
MOOYAH has been recognized by multiple mainstream and industry publications as a top
On Tuesday, Franchise Times released its Fast & Serious List of the 40 Smartest-Growing Franchise Brands in 2020.
City Wide Facility Solutions has demonstrated its strength and resilience in 2020, with a 34% increase in systemwide revenue.
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers has been ranked among Franchise Times Top 200+ in the No. 240 spot and among Entrepreneur’s Top Franchises for Veterans in the No. 70 spot.
Each brand was recognized for creating opportunities for aspiring business owners, filing a niche in its respective market and turning heads with a unique product, impacting veterans and impressing millennials, and helping their local communities.
Tide Cleaners recognized for customer service excellence by Newsweek in its Best Customer Service 2021 list.